5 highest paid defenders in the world right now

#4 Thiago Silva: £180,000 a week; Paris Saint-Germain

One of the finest defenders that Brazil have ever had

Thiago Silva established himself as one of the best centre-backs in world football during his days in Italy at AC Milan. Paris Saint-Germain signed him for a then second-most expensive fee of €42 million in 2012.

The Brazilian is considered as one of the fastest defenders in the world. His tactical intelligence and aerial ability make him an excellent asset at the back. He reads the game well and possesses a great positional awareness. He is the captain of PSG and Brazil national team.

He signed a contract extension in 2016 and has committed his future to the French club until 2020. The 33-year-old currently earns £180,000 a week at Parc des Princes and is expected to take them to Champions League glory this season.